Portland Fire & Rescue has responded to a Natural Gas emergency where a gas line was accidentally severed by a utility crew.  NE Glisan is closed from NE 149th Ave. to NE 153rd Ave.  Homes in the area are being evacuated as a precautionary measure.  The closure will remain in effect until the line has been shut down and the scene secured.

Portland Fire Contact:  Lt. Joseph Troncoso

Media Pager:  503-940-6003